26. Understanding basic mathematics is ____ to building a strong foundation for more advanced scientific
concepts.
(A) gracious (B) luxurious (C) mechanical (D) fundamental
27. The activists rallied together to ____ the construction of a harmful industrial plant in their community.
(A) amuse (B) oppose (C) enforce (D) involve
29. Each year, the College of Science awards one ____ professor to recognize his/her outstanding contributions
to the field of astrophysics.
(A) literary (B) glorious (C) distinguished (D) corresponding
30. Navigating through the complex ____ of government regulations can be a challenging and time-consuming
process.
(A) franchise (B) migration (C) delegation (D) bureaucracy
31. The ____ images in the documentary depicted the harsh realities of war, leaving a lasting impact on the
viewers.
(A) graphic (B) juvenile (C) contagious (D) sustainable
33. Anyone who has been apart from his or her loved ones for over a year would _____ for a reunion with them.
(A) linger (B) yearn (C) despise (D) waver
36. ____ about the danger of fire by his mother, Tom is now more cautious when he uses lighters.
(A) To warn (B) Warning (C) Having warned (D) Having been warned
39. After the CEO was blasted for his poor leadership, he quitted the job himself before being fired as a _____
solution.
(A) face-saving (B) face-saved (C) saving-face (D) saved-face
40. Most airline companies request that every passenger _____ his or her cellphone before takeoff.
(A) turn off (B) turns off (C) to turn off (D) turning off
三、克漏字測驗【請依照段落上下文意，選出最適當的答案】 An organization’s human resource (HR) policies and practices represent important forces for shaping
employee behavior and attitudes. If properly designed, the HR practice can identify competent candidates
and accurately match __41__ to the job. Organizations should try to design their selection systems to
maximize the __42__ that the right person-job fit will be achieved. __43__ errors are made, the chosen
candidate’s performance may be less than satisfactory. Extra training may be necessary to improve the
candidate’s skills. __44__ , the candidate will prove unacceptable and a replacement will need to be found.
Similarly, where the selection process __45__ the hiring of less qualified candidates, those chosen are
likely to feel anxious, tense, and uncomfortable. This, in turn, is likely to increase dissatisfaction with the
job. 【題組】41. (A) it (B) him (C) them (D) those
四、閱讀測驗【請依照段落上下文意，選出最適當的答案】
Ajay Banga is the new president of the World Bank. He recently shared his journey from a young man without
a clear calling to his current position. In a keynote address at the Indian Institute of Ahmedabad, he reflected on his
time as a student at the same institution. Ajay admitted that, when he graduated, he had no idea what he wanted to do
with his life.
Born in Pune, India, in November 1959, Ajay grew up in a Sikh family. He completed his economics degree
with honors at St. Stephen's College in Delhi. Later, he pursued a postgraduate degree at a prominent business school
in India. He embarked on his professional career in 1981 as an intern at Nestlé and spent 13 years in various roles
before transitioning to PepsiCo. At PepsiCo, he played a crucial role in introducing Pizza Hut and KFC to the Indian
market during a time of economic liberalization. In 1996, he joined Citigroup, eventually moving to the United States
and becoming a U.S. citizen in 2007. Two years later, he joined Mastercard and swiftly rose to the position of CEO.
During his tenure at Mastercard, Banga emphasized the importance of emerging markets, particularly in Asia.
Under his leadership, the company experienced remarkable growth. The company’s revenue tripled. Profits increased
six-fold. Moreover, market capitalization expanded from under $30 billion to over $300 billion. Banga believes that in today's rapidly evolving world, leaders must act with a sense of urgency and avoid
procrastination. However, he also emphasizes the value of listening to others and taking "thoughtful risks" rather than
waiting for perfect information, which is rarely attainable. He advocates for a mindset of being "competitively
paranoid," constantly questioning assumptions and potential blind spots. In his address, Banga encouraged the graduating class to not be overly concerned if they lacked a detailed plan
for their lives. He emphasized that anyone can have a good idea or plan, but true greatness lies in execution. 【題組】46. What is the passage mainly about?
(A) An execution plan.
(B) A personal history.
(C) An evolved calling.
(D) A business venture.
【題組】47. Which of the following is true about Banga’s early development?
(A) He had a habit of procrastination.
(B) He did not perform well academically.
(C) He worked for a huge local Indian company.
(D) He spent 15 years in the food and beverage industry.
【題組】48. What is one key aspect of Banga’s approach at Mastercard?
(A) Focusing on emerging markets.
(B) Doubling down on developed nations.
(C) Avoiding confrontation with employees.
(D) Raising capital ten times as much as his predecessors did.
【題組】49. What does Banga believe about decision-making in today’s world?
(A) Urgent decisions should be made before listening to subordinates.
(B) Perfect information is necessary when making important decisions.
(C) Thoughtful risks should be taken instead of waiting for perfect information.
(D) Procrastination can help us question unrealistic assumptions and find blind spots.
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